Teaching Artist Job at University of South Florida in Town of Florida

Job Description

Arts4All Florida’s Teaching Artists are education professionals who have the experience and knowledge to develop, coordinate, and present art programs to students with disabilities in a variety of settings including schools, community centers, libraries, and Department of Juvenile Justice facilities. Teaching Artists must be comfortable working with and making accommodations for a variety of disabilities and adapting lessons to the needs and abilities of all of their students.

Please note, this is a grant funded position that requires regular travel to program locations. Candidates must have reliable transportation.

Arts4All Florida provides, supports and champions arts education and cultural experiences for and by people with disabilities. A private not-for-profit organization, Arts4All Florida conducts art education programs in schools, Department of Juvenile Justice facilities, and community centers; promotes the accomplishments of artists with disabilities through our artist registry, exhibitions, and performances; and increases access to the arts through professional development workshops. Arts4All Florida is headquartered in the College of Education at the University of South Florida. For more information on Arts4All Florida, please visit www.arts4allflorida.org.

Responsibilities

• Work with the classroom teacher/site liaison to define the learning goals for each program, as assigned.
• Develop the curricula for each program, including appropriate Florida Standards or Florida Early Learning and Development Standards.
• Determine and purchase appropriate supplies for the program.
• Teach the programs.
• Complete student evaluations.
• Complete a program evaluation.

Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Art, Education, Exceptional Student Education, or a related field or equivalent with one year of experience teaching Art or Exceptional Student Education. Five years of teaching Art or Exceptional Student Education may be substituted for a degree.

Technical Skills

• Experience teaching the visual or performing arts.
• Experience teaching people with disabilities.

Soft Skills

• Effective behavior management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Industry Knowledge

• Knowledge of Florida Standards and Florida Early Learning and Development Standards.

About USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.